| justin in Technical Articles. Understanding the differences between fouling and scaling can help you be in a better position the next time you open your plate heat exchanger. We''ll examine the differences and discuss how each type of resistance to heat transfer can affect the performance of your plate heat exchanger.
Gout knee is an inflammatory condition characterised by intense pain, swelling and redness of the knee joint. Gout affects approximately 1-2 people in every 100, affecting one million Americans each year. Men are 2-3 times more likely to be affected than women. The peak age of incidence is 75.
Gout: Causes, symptoms and treatment. Gout is a common form of arthritis where crystals form in and around joints causing pain, swelling and redness. Gout often affects the big toe, but can also affect other joints including knees, ankles, elbows, thumbs or fingers. Gout affects around 1 in 45 people in the UK, and is more common in men than it is in women. When women develop gout, it is usually after the menopause. Image: Dr P Marazzi/Photo Researchers, Inc.